Teaching American Literature

Tracing the development of American literature from the nation's founding to the Twentieth Century. Works are in alphabetical order, with questions after each.With using this book, you will have a better understanding of the many selections through the discussion/essay questions listed. Many of these essay questions can be used for exams as well. Use this book as a lesson planner, whether you are teaching in an institution or a home school, you can:• To analytically read selections from various periods.• Learn to relate the literature to personal lives.• Appreciate the different literatures from different regions.• Compare and contrast literary works.Works are in alphabetical order, with questions after each listed piece of literature.Valerie Hockert has taught American Literature at a college level for many years, and has a PhD in Literary Studies.